Kylian Mbappé (10 goals, 2 assists, 10 matches in all competitions) has had a difficult start since his arrival at Real Madrid free last summer, at the end of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. After an encouraging performance against Getafe (2-0) on Sunday, the French striker delivered another disappointing performance against Athletic Bilbao (2-1) this Wednesday, with another missed penalty after the hour mark. Although the Bondynois continues to receive a barrage of criticism for his performances, he can however count on support, like Didier Drogba, who denounces a lack of recognition towards the Madrid number 9.
“Football is a very thankless sport, we all know that. He is going through a difficult period, his adaptation is not the easiest, but I would rather have a difficult adaptation in Madrid than find myself in a situation where everything is easier”confided the former Ivorian international on RFI.
From national hero to reviled world champion
The former Chelsea and Olympique Marseille scorer recalled Mbappé’s track record, particularly in the tricolor jersey. In 2018, he was one of the big players in the Blues’ victory in the World Cup against Croatia, before losing four years later in the final against Argentina in Qatar.
“I’m still a little disappointed to see this wave of ingratitude towards him,” adds the former OM striker. He is still someone who has done a lot for France. He contributed to this second star. Two years ago, he was on the verge of giving France a third star. And today he’s a little hectic. It’s the law of our sport”concluded DD.
